Sedona Sister Cities Association
Building Bridges Through Citizen Diplomacy
While governments change, people-to-people connections remain vital. Sedona Sister Cities fosters global understanding through exchanges, cultural events, and collaborative projects. Our mission is to unite teachers, artists, and families to create lasting relationships that transcend politics and strengthen our shared future.
Visit our Sister Cities, Canmore and Jaslo to see how SSCA is putting our mission into action.
We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit promoting peace through mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation—one individual, one community at a time.
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SSCA Updates
SSCA Receives International Arts and Culture Award
WASHINGTON, D.C. —
The Sedona Sister Cities Association has been recognized on the international stage, receiving the 2026 Innovation in Arts & Culture Award from Sister Cities International for communities with populations under 25,000. The award honors the organization's acclaimed Rising Stars of Sedona and Canmore program, an inspiring international exchange that uses music to build lifelong friendships, cultural understanding, and opportunities for young artists.
The award was presented during Sister Cities International's 70th Anniversary Gala and Annual Awards Ceremony in Washington, D.C., where communities from around the world were recognized for exemplary international partnerships and innovative programs that foster global understanding.
Representing the Sedona Sister Cities Association, Board Member Edyta Wieczorek proudly accepted the award on behalf of the organization, the dedicated volunteers, community partners, generous sponsors, host families, and the citizens of both Sedona, Arizona, and Canmore, Alberta whose collective efforts brought the program to life.
A driving force behind the program has been internationally acclaimed pianist and educator Susanne Ruberg Gordon, whose vision, artistic leadership, and unwavering commitment transformed Rising Stars from an idea into an extraordinary reality. Her passion for nurturing young musicians and creating meaningful cultural connections has shaped every aspect of the program.
Board Leadership Changes and Exploration of Italian Sister City
Annual meeting recognizes Carol Myers, welcomes two new board members, and launches exploratory effort for potential Amalfi Coast partnership The Sedona Sister Cities Association (SSCA) announced several leadership updates and future initiatives during its recent Annual Board Meeting, including recognition of a retiring board member, the appointment of new leadership, and next steps in exploring a potential sister city relationship in Italy.
Views of Sedona
The SSCA would like to thank the following people for sharing their photographs and work as they contribute to life in Sedona: Joe Bongiorno, Piano Haven, Tyler Carson, Fiddler on the Rock, Sammy Davis, Vocalist, Entertainer, Debra Fleeger, Sound Healer, Patrick Ki and Gaetano musicians at Flamenco at El Rincon, Eric Mace, Coordinator of Redrock High School Bike Club, Carol Myers, Chuck Marr and Carol Ortiz personal Sedona photos, Lori Reinhart, Sedona Art Festival, Patrick Schweiss, Executive Director, Sedona International Film Festival, Winifred Muench, Director, Sedona Chamber Ballet, Photographer Shane McDermott of Goldenstein Gallery; Dance of Life, Sedona Red Rocks, Sedona Steamboat Rock, Sedona - Seven Sacred Pools